Rome2Rio

How to get fromMagherafelt to Arklowby bus, train, or car

Find Transport to Arklow

See all options

There are 6 ways to get from Magherafelt to Arklow by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus, train via Dublin

    best
    1. Take the bus from Magherafelt Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 7bus bus 210
    2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain train Ic
    3. Take the bus from Merrion Sq North to Ferrybankbus bus 2
    5h 45m
    €39–58

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Magherafelt Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 7bus bus 210
    2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus bus X1 / ...
    3. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Ferrybankbus bus 2
    6h 3m
    €23–156

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Magherafelt Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 7bus bus 210
    2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain train Ic
    3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Arklowtrain train Ic
    6h 32m
    €32–45

  4. Drive  248.4 km

    1. Drive from Magherafelt to Arklowcar car 248.4 km
    3h 4m
    €46–66

  5. Train

    1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain train Ic
    2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Arklowtrain train Ic
    7h 22m
    €40–58

  6. Bus via Antrim Buscentre

    1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus bus 785
    2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Ferrybankbus bus 740A
    7h 39m
    €48–179

Magherafelt to Arklow by bus and train

Calendar2Weekly Services
Duration5h 45mAverage Duration
Ticket€39Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Magherafelt to Arklow.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 310.4 km
  • Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Magherafelt, Northern Ireland and Arklow, IE-WW, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Magherafelt Bus Station to Ferrybank via Grand Central Station Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Airport Zone 13 in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Magherafelt Bus Station to Arklow via Antrim Buscentre, Antrim, Belfast Grand Central, and Dublin Connolly in around 7h 22m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Ireland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Booking & Getting There